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Chapter 08: The Internet and the World Wide Web Flashcards

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Application service providers (ASPs)

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A company that manages and distributes software-based services over the Internet.

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ARPANET

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The predecessor to the Internet, named after the Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA), which sponsored its development.

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blog

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A Web page that contains short, frequently updated entries in chronological order, typically by just one individual.

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broadband over fiber (BoF)

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Very fast, direct Internet access via fiber-optic networks; also referred to as fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) Internet access.

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Cable Internet access

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Fast, direct Internet access via cable TV lines.

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chat

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A way of exchanging real-time typed messages with other individuals; also called instant messaging (IM).

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Conventional dial-up Internet access

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Dial-up Internet access via standard telephone lines.

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cookies

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A small file stored on a user’s hard drive by a Web server; commonly used to identify personal preferences and settings for that user.

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Dial-up connections

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A type of Internet connection in which the computer or other device must dial up and connect to a service provider’s computer via telephone lines before being connected to the Internet.

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Direct connections

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A type of Internet connection in which the computer or other device is connected to the Internet continually.

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directory search

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A type of Internet search where categories are selected to locate information on the Internet.

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discussion group

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A Web page that enables individuals to post messages on a particular topic for others to read and respond to; also called a forum or message board.

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Distance learning

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A learning environment in which the student is physically located away from the instructor and other students; commonly, instruction and communications take place via the Web.

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DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) Internet access

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Fast, direct Internet access via standard telephone lines.

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e-portfolio

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A collection of an individual’s work accessible via the Web.

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fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP)

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Very fast, direct Internet access via fiber-optic networks; also referred to as broadband over fiber (BoF) Internet access.

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Fixed wireless Internet access

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Fast, direct Internet access available in some areas via the airwaves.

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forums

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A Web page that enables individuals to post messages on a particular topic for others to read and respond to; also called a discussion group or message board.

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Instant messaging (IM)

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A way of exchanging real-time typed messages with other individuals; also called chat.

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Internet

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The largest and most well-known computer network, linking millions of computers all over the world.

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Internet content providers

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A person or an organization that provides Internet content.

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Internet filtering

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Using a software program or browser option to block access to particular Web pages or types of Web pages.

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Internet service providers (ISPs)

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A business or other organization that provides Internet access to others, typically for a fee.

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keyword search

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A type of Internet search where keywords are typed in a search box to locate information on the Internet.

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keywords

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A word typed in a search box on a search site or other Web page to locate information related to that keyword.

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message board

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A Web page that enables individuals to post messages on a particular topic for others to read and respond to; also called a discussion group or forum.

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Mobile wireless Internet access

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Internet access via a mobile phone network

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Online auctions

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An online activity where bids are placed for items, and the highest bidder purchases the item.

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online banking

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Performing banking activities via the Web.

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Online gaming

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Playing games via the Web.

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online investing

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Buying and selling stocks or other types of investments via the Web.

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online movies

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Feature films available via the Web.

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online music

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Music played or obtained via the Web.

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Online shopping

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Buying products or services over the Internet.

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online TV

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Live or recorded TV shows available via the Web.

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Online videos

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Video watched or downloaded via the Web.

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podcast

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A recorded audio or video file that can be played or downloaded via the Web.

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Portal Web pages

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A Web page designed to be designated as a browser home page; typically can be customized to display personalized content.

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RSS (Really Simple Syndication)

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A tool used to deliver selected Web content to subscribers as the content is published to a Web site.

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Satellite Internet access

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Fast, direct Internet access via the airwaves and a satellite dish.

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search engine

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A software program used by a search site to retrieve matching Web pages from a search database.

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Search sites

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A Web site designed to help users search for Web pages that match specified keywords or selected categories.

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social media

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The collection of social networking sites and other communications channels used to transmit or share information with a broad audience.

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social networking site

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A site that enables a community of individuals to communicate and share information.

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Spyware

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A software program that is installed without the user’s permission and that secretly gathers information to be sent to others.

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Text messaging

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A way of exchanging real-time typed messages with other individuals via a cellular network and, typically, cell phones.

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Twittering

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Sending short status updates about your current activities via the Twitter service.

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video-on-demand (VOD)

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The process of downloading movies and television shows, on demand, via the Web.

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Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)

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The process of placing telephone calls via the Internet.

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Web conferences

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A face-to-face meeting taking place via the Web; typically uses video cameras and microphones to enable participants to see and hear each other.

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Web service

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A self-contained business application that operates over the Internet.

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Web-based training (WBT)

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Instruction delivered on an individual basis via the Web.

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Webinars

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A seminar presented via the Web.

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Wi-Fi hotspot

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A location that provides wireless Internet access to the public.

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wiki

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A collaborative Web page that is designed to be edited and republished by a variety of individuals.

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World Wide Web (WWW)

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The collection of Web pages available through the Internet.

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